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Rare book dealer Cotton Malone tries to locate the final resting place of Alexander the Great, believing it holds a secret healing serum which can stop a ruthless dictator, who has biological weapons, from destroying the world.
Quick Summary
In "The Venetian Betrayal" by Steve Berry, rare book dealer Cotton Malone travels across Europe and the Mediterranean searching for the tomb of Alexander the Great, which he believes contains a secret healing serum that could stop a ruthless dictator from unleashing biological weapons on the world. The novel explores themes of historical mystery, political intrigue, and the ethical implications of powerful knowledge falling into dangerous hands. If your kid likes "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown, they'll love this fast-paced thriller that combines ancient history with modern stakes. This book is ideal for students in 9th through 12th grade who are strong readers at an AR Level 5.3 and enjoy complex plots with a mature protagonist facing global threats.